Regional Director of Nursing – State Veterans Homes

Tracking Code 15421 | Full-Time | Greensboro, North Carolina

About the Role

The Regional Director of Nursing (RDoN) provides strategic and operational leadership for clinical services across multiple long-term care facilities within an assigned region. This role ensures high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, clinical excellence, and consistent implementation of organizational policies and best practices. The RDoN partners closely with facility leadership to drive outcomes, support staff development, and promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Extensive travel throughout the assigned region is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support clinical operations across multiple skilled nursing and/or assisted living facilities.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Monitor clinical quality indicators (e.g., infections, falls, wounds, hospital readmissions) and implement improvement plans.
• Support survey readiness and lead follow-up actions for regulatory surveys, audits, and complaints.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, state DOH, and other regulatory agencies.
• Provide guidance and oversight related to MDS accuracy, care planning, documentation, and clinical policies.
• Collaborate with facility teams to address deficiencies and sustain corrective actions.
• Partner with Regional and Facility leadership to align clinical operations with organizational goals.
• Support staffing models, clinical scheduling, and competency validation.
• Assist in onboarding, mentoring, and performance management of Directors of Nursing and clinical leaders.
• Promote evidence-based practice and ongoing clinical education.
• Identify training needs and coordinate education initiatives to improve outcomes.
• Support leadership development and succession planning within the region.
• Serve as a clinical resource to Administrators, Directors of Nursing, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Participate in regional and corporate meetings and initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, physicians, and external partners.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing (multi-state or compact preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field (BSN required).
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive clinical leadership experience in long-term care or post-acute care.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, survey processes, and quality measures.
• Ability to travel regularly within assigned region.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
• Experience overseeing multiple facilities or regions.
• Certification in nursing leadership or long-term care (e.g., DON, RAC-CT, or similar).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to quality, compliance, and resident-centered care.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those generally required for this role:

• Primarily involves sitting, standing, walking, twisting, reaching, bending/stooping, pushing and pulling (typical weight of 5 lbs. and maximum weight of 30 lbs., approximately), and lifting (minimum weight of 5 lbs. and maximum weight of 100 lbs., approximately).
• Requires repetitive finger movements as well as hearing and talking on the phone and in person.
• Must be able to continuously deal effectively with stress created by residents, multiple tasks, noises, interruptions, and work cooperatively as part of the healthcare team while maintaining a pleasant attitude.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401k with company match.
• Generous PTO policy.